Groomer Tracking Systems vs The Next Trail
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Groomer Tracking Systems
This app provides snowmobilers with real-time trail grooming data and accurate trail maps. It highlights the last time trails were groomed and displays sponsor waypoints for amenities like food and lodging.
- Real-time grooming status
- Color-coded trail conditions
- Sponsor waypoint data
- Accurate GPS trail maps
- Base map of marked trails
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GTS Trails by Groomer Tracking Systems is a cutting edge app designed to offer the best trail information for Snowmobilers. With a base map encompassing many of the existing marked snowmobile trails, GTS Trails takes real time data from snow trail groomers to display when the trail was last groomed indicating where to likely find the smoothest trails. Along with data on trail grooming maintenance, GTS Trails also updates trail routing using GPS technology to provide the most up to date and accurate trail maps for snowmobilers. GTS Trails maps also provides trail sponsor waypoint data including restaurants and bars, fuel, lodging and parts/maintenance locations. GTS Trails by Groomer Tracking Systems initially focuses on the Wisconsin trail system with plans to expand to other regions. Key Features: - Displays Base Map for Snowmobile Trails - Displays Trails in different colors base on the last time the trail was groomed (Green = 24 Hrs, Yellow = 48 Hrs, Red = 72 Hrs) - Displays Sponsors Waypoints (Restaurants & Bars, Fuel, Lodging, Parts/Maintenance)
The Next Trail
Navigate outdoor trails with detailed maps and routes for snowmobiling and off-road vehicles. Access local events, points of interest, and real-time trail updates from clubs. Download maps for offline use with GPS tracking.
- Offline trail maps and routes
- GPS tracking for precise location
- Points of interest and local events
- Trail closure and opening updates
- Record and save custom trails
- Cloud backup for recorded trails
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The Next Trail was developed for Snowmobilers and Off-Road enthusiasts by an avid snowmobiler. The app allows you to see where you are on Outdoor Trails. View trails and routes, ride areas, points of interest and local events. Currently we have robust data for Snowmobiling and ATV/UTV trails – with new data being added regularly. Get current, relevant information! The Next Trail is working with many local clubs. The clubs have the ability to post new events, update trail closures/openings and provide on screen information on local businesses and amenities. The Next Trail uses several sources for trail data. 1) Map Images are digital versions of the paper maps commonly used and provided by Snowmobile clubs. 2) Trails provide more detailed trail data. This data is provided by States, counties and/or clubs. Trails use GIS (Geographic Information System) which is much more precise than Map Images. 3) Record your own trails which can be backed up to cloud storage (included in the subscription) thus preserving your trails even if a phone is lost/replaced. All the maps/trails are downloadable and should be downloaded when internet service is available. While riding, no internet is needed, the app will use your phones GPS to precisely display your position. A current list of data available can be viewed on our web site – www.thenexttrail.com and updates will be tracked on our Facebook page – www.facebook.com/thenexttrail. Ride On! The Next Trail.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: The Next Trail at 88% against Groomer Tracking Systems's 7%. The Next Trail also leads on rating (4.8 vs 2.6) and update cadence (weekly vs every 5 weeks). Groomer Tracking Systems's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. The Next Trail sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Groomer Tracking Systems asks for nothing beyond the download.
The Next Trail holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 2.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: The Next Trail has 43 ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 7% of Groomer Tracking Systems's written reviews are positive against 88% of The Next Trail's.
Groomer Tracking Systems ships an update every 5 weeks, The Next Trail weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Groomer Tracking Systems | The Next Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.6 (7 ratings) | 4.8 (43 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 6.7% of reviews | 87.5% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 7 | 43 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | Weekly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 67 MB | 27 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Groomer Tracking Systems, LLC | BlabApps LLC |
Customer experience
Groomer Tracking Systems
The Next Trail
In-app purchases
Groomer Tracking Systems
No in-app purchases
The Next Trail
- Monthly Subscription$1.991 Month
- Yearly Subscription$12.991 Year
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